Born in Berks County, he was the only son of Myrtle C. (Shane) and Harvey M. Hess.
He was the owner and operator of Robert W. Hess Income Services for over 40 years. Previously he worked in the office of Unger Fruit Farm. Robert also served as the secretary for the Liberty Fire Company for over 30 years.
Robert is survived by his daughter, Jamie Lynn (Hess) Brown, of Reading. Step daughter, April M. (Haring) Goho of Leesport. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren. Robert is predeceased by a step son, James R. Haring.
Funeral Services will be held at the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Inc. on Wednesday, September 2, 2015, at 11:00 am.
Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 10:00 to 11:00 am.
Interment will be at Hill Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be sent to the family.
Online condolences may be made at www.lwottfuneralhome.com